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| Books for a Recovering Drug Addict Insha Allah |
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| bismilla |
| 10/21/03 at 03:29:03 |
| [slm] I know of this Brother who has been admitted to a drug recovery program for the 3rd time. Insha Allah, this one here is run by Muslims, and should be a bit more "focused" on the Islamic way of life. What i would like to know is, are there any books you would suggest for a recovering addict? He is a Hafiz, will sending him Eng/Arabic version of the Quran be necessary as i am sure he will already have this ??? Please remeber the Brother and others like him in your Duahs Insha Allah. Was Salaam |
| 10/21/03 at 03:38:03 |
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| Re: Recovering Drug Addict |
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| 10/21/03 at 03:35:56 |
| Here is an article on the organisation RAUF to which the Brother has been admitted........ [font=comic SANS ms][color=green] R.A.U.F. Armed with Compassion and Commitment by Imraan Buccas in Durban Meeting with activists from RAUF (Refocus and Upliftment Foundation) was certainly an eye opening experience. While South Africa continues to be plagued by drug abuse and a multitude of problems that emerge as a result of it, it is heartening to note that this country has also given birth to a new brand of activists that are committed to combating this social ill – with vigour and sincerity. RAUF. was founded in early 1998 after many years of social welfare fieldwork by a team of dedicated volunteers. Drug abuse was glaringly apparent and the group rose to the challenge of tackling this dilemma. Armed with huge doses of compassion a “group of friends with a common purpose” began the long and tedious journey of “refocusing and uplifting” drug – addicts. Ebrahim Dawood, the spokesperson of the organization, explained how people generally abandon and disregard drug – users, while RAUF was committed to rehabilitating affected people in an attempt to facilitate their recovery, “Again, compassion is of primary importance,” he pointed out. Starting with a one-bedroom treatment centre in Merebank, RAUF has gone on to acquire an outpatient treatment centre in Umbilo, Durban. In recent times, they have become busy with renovating larger premises in Isipingo Beach in order to meet the growing demand of conducting their work fully and professionally. Plans at the new premises include a Jammat – Khaana, showers, toilets, counselling rooms, doctor’s rooms, sleeping rooms and a kitchen. Moreover, outpatient programmes continue to take place in Overport on a weekly basis. While their in – patient and out – patient services might be somewhat limited for now, they have insightful plans to expand their activities, especially with the new building in Isipingo Beach. While the perspective of some organizations that deal with drug related problems might be structured and informed by tremendous amounts of theory, RAUF uses spirituality, compassion, their years of grass – roots community involvement and the wisdom and insight of former drug – users. Regular Salaah, counseling and group therapy sessions have resulted in notable success, despite the popular belief by some that are involved in this field that the success rate of recoveries was almost zero. “It became obvious that Allah (SWT) was with us in our endeavours and we reviewed ourselves as just the “shepherds that rounded up the flock”. Allah (SWT) did the rest. Of course the only ingredient needed from “cases” was just the first step forward and Allah (SWT) proceeded with his promised ten steps towards them”. Ebrahim tells me. According to Cassim Suliman, a fellow activist from RAUF, many people were not happy with their lives of addiction and were actually crying out for help. While the programme is run along Islamic principles and guidelines, RAUF receives cases from across the racial and religious divide. Skills development also forms an important part of their programme. Participants are trained to become fully integrated into broader society by acquiring skills like upholstery. Commenting on problems encountered by RAUF, Ebrahim explained that there was a great need to break the cycle of denial. “People often come in because of peer pressure and we, therefore need to ‘go with the flow’ and listen to them speak and later ‘get under their skin’” he said. RAUF also won the admiration of US based Imam Alim Musa,a drug – lord turned Imam. He commented that the “refocus and upliftment” perspective adopted by RAUF had taken them 30 years to implement in America. RAUF has many amazing success stories. Particularly amazing was the story of a young man who was driven to stealing in order to sustain his drug problem. Entering the home of a relative, he stole the Qur’an and placed it in his pants. Unable to bear the discomfort, he removed the Qur’an and opened it. Amazingly, the verse he opened was the following: “And do not sell My (Allah’s) verses for a small priceÉ.”(2:41) This has served to facilitate for his recovery and rehabilitation and he now serves as a selfless activist of RAUF. RAUF continues to rise to the occasion with its conspicuous presence at Islamic Fairs, mosques and school visits. Ebrahim Dawood makes it quite clear that drug problems prevail across racial, class and religious boundaries. Interestingly, he explains that there is a growing problem among females. “We have handled cases involving drug abuse among Muslim females. There is a huge need for a more concentrated effort in this regard,” he tells me. RAUF acknowledges the support of organizations like Darul Yatama, Islamic Propagation Centre International and the Muslim Youth Movement for assisting to address the problems of drug abuse. Asked about what keeps them motivated, Ebrahim Dawood responds by saying “A commitment to the community and the desire to earn Allah (SWT)’s pleasure.” Unsung heroes, indeed! [/color][/font] Source or article : [url=http://mandla.co.za/al-qalam/2001/aug01/rauf.htm][u]Al-Qalam[/u][/url] |
| Re: Books for a Recovering Drug Addict Insha Allah |
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| Shahida |
| 10/21/03 at 07:37:31 |
| [slm] Sorry I have no advice. Trying to get to grips with this problem myself, having "medically" treated several Muslim addicts. It totally had a draining and emotionally trying effect on me, and I don' think that I can handle any more of it, may Allah forgive me...:( Looking forward to the advice though, inshaAllah. Serious problems in the community, may Allah help us and save us, ameen. Salam Shahida |
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